What is Self-discipline (Shitsuke) ?

Self-discipline means instilling the
ability of doing things the way they are supposed to be done. The emphasis here
is on creating a workplace with good habits. By teaching everyone what needs to
be done and having everyone practising it bad habits are broken and good ones
are formed. This process helps people form habits of making and following the
rules.Self-discipline is
important because it reaches beyond discipline. If a person is 'disciplined' to
do something at one time there is a chance that he may not be disciplined next
time. However, self-discipline guarantees the continuity of a daily routine.
The Japanese are a very self-disciplined race: they have one of the lowest
crime rates in the world and are well-known as 'obedient' tourists.

Fig. 5a: Good Example of Self-discipline – Keep It
Short & Simple (KISS)